Rankings shuffle on the cards
Ireland could become the second team to reach the summit of the World Rugby rankings in as many weeks if they beat England at Twickenham on Saturday.
Ireland could become the second team to reach the summit of the World Rugby rankings in as many weeks if they beat England at Twickenham on Saturday.
World Rugby has announced a change in the law regarding replacements following George North’s try in Wales’ win against England last Saturday.
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Wales are set to officially top the World Rugby rankings for the first time in their history after beating England 13-6 on Saturday in Cardiff.
The All Blacks retained the world No 1 ranking after Wales squandered a golden opportunity to unseat them at the top, while the Boks slipped to fifth.
The Springboks have moved up into fourth place in the official World Rugby rankings following their draw with the All Blacks in Wellington.
Tongan players have criticised World Rugby on social media for allowing their Pacific Nations Cup match against Samoa to proceed despite a water-logged field.
Former Springbok coach Jake White says law changes need to be made to reward teams that dominate possession.
World Rugby has confirmed that plans for the Nations Championship have been discontinued after the required unanimous agreement by unions to enter into exclusive negotiations was not achieved by Wednesday’s deadline.
World Rugby has set a deadline of this Friday for their Nations Championship proposal to be approved or rejected by the leading rugby nations.